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and where there is an ample supply of fuel and water within easy reach,if such a place was judiciously managed, much might be done to elleviate the sufferings of the helpless, and at little expense to the government.
I had already mailed my letter of the 21st before receiving yours of the 16th

I Am Very Respectfully
Your Obediant Servant
W.C. Arthur